2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Chrysler | Morris |
Model | Crossfire | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |